Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/4 checked
16
servings
14 unit

caramels

unwrapped

0.67 cup

milk

0.5 cup

cashew halves

16 slice

vanilla butter pound cake

sliced

Step 1
~2 min

Toast pound cake slices in a toaster oven or conventional oven until golden brown.

Step 2
~2 min

Combine caramels and milk in a large microwavable bowl.

Step 3
~2 min

Microwave on HIGH for 3 to 3.5 minutes, stirring every minute, until caramels are completely melted and the mixture is well blended.

Key Technique: Stirring
Step 4
~2 min

Stir cashew halves and pieces into the caramel mixture.

Step 5
~2 min

Stir well to ensure cashews are evenly distributed.

Step 6
~2 min

Spoon 2 tablespoons of cashew caramel sauce over each toasted pound cake slice.

Step 7
~2 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer caramel sauce, use heavy cream instead of milk.

Toast the pound cake slices right before serving to maintain crispness.

Add a pinch of sea salt to the caramel sauce to enhance the flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Caramel sauce can be made ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Garnish with a sprinkle of chopped cashews.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla ice cream
Fresh berries

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food dessert

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Parties
Holidays

Occasion Tags

Party
Holiday
Celebration

Popularity Score

65/100